Aerospace Fabrication Technician - Ground Test Ops

SpaceX

Lompoc (CA)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 58,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Long-term cash awards

Discretionary bonuses

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Short and long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

3 weeks paid vacation

10+ paid holidays per year

Paid sick leave

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Fabrication Technician (Falcon Operations West) on 1st shift in California. You will build and test precision propellant systems and support launch operations, with emphasis on safety and quality. The role requires hands-on experience with high-pressure systems, pipe fitting, and mechanical tooling.

A&P license or equivalent training is a plus; associate degree preferred. Training is provided on site in Lompoc.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
1+ years of industrial experience installing pipe, bending stainless tubes, or working around high-pressure systems.

Responsibilities

Build and test precision clean, high-pressure propellant systems for launches.
Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and instrumentation as needed.
Fabricate, repair, and operate ground support hardware and test stands.
Collaborate with design engineers to document process improvements.
Ensure materials are clean and inspected per Clean for Oxygen Service Standards.
Obtain and maintain operator permits and qualifications as required.
Follow regulations and company procedures including safety and quality policies.
Develop ways to streamline processes and improve testing reliability.
Safely perform activities on flight hardware in a high-rate production environment.